Rite of Fancy

  A short summary of Misjudged: Sam and his sobriety struggles as he tries to stop a miscarriage of justice after a murder in a small town.   My favorite quote from the book: "The world is an ugly place for a sober woman, judge." Questions to ponder while reading: Can you adapt your politics? What are your vices? My review of the book: A fun, engaging thriller. Real characters with real problems. *Trigger Warning* PTSD and Alcoholism are heavy themes in the book.  Proceed with caution. **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work ...

  A short summary of Mason's Law: Mason steps on Mossad's toes while investigating a friend and fellow agent's murder. My favorite quote from the book: "What is the point of fighting to protect values if we sacrifice those very values in order to defend them." Questions to ponder while reading: What would you do for a friend? Is there ever a reason to risk nuclear war? My thoughts about the book: Fast-paced and exciting! So much fun in a book! Hits a little too close to the current political environment! **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my w...

A short summary of The Great Hunt: The saga of searching for the Horn of Valere. My favorite quote from the book: "Whatever comes, face it on your feet."   Questions to ponder while reading: Do you blindly follow those in authority? Is slavery ever justified? My thoughts about the book: Book two of the fifteen-book Wheel of Time Saga. Great character and plot development. So many moving parts. Did you know Robert Jordan was in the US Army?  Read his #EverydayPatriot biography here: https://www.everydaypatriot.com/2023/12/a-soldiers-story-sergeant-james-oliver.html **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.c...

  A short summary of And There Was Light: The story of Lincoln's presidency. My favorite Abraham Lincoln quote: "Men are not flattered by being shown that there has been a difference of purpose between the Almighty and them." Questions to ponder while reading: Do you admire Lincoln's resolve? Did you realize there was an attempted coup? My review: A detailed look into the life of one of America's best-known presidents. Surprising facts! It's a long one. Pace yourself. **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, writer, and photographer currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my sponsors and  webshop ...

  A short summary of Process: How history's greatest writers wrote their greatest work. My favorite quote from the book: "Premature success gives one an almost mystical conception of destiny as opposed to willpower." Questions to ponder while reading: What are your routines? Do you have a methodology? My review: An awesome look into the work habits of great writers. Lots of interesting tidbits. If only I were so disciplined...... **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, writer, and photographer currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my sponsors and  webshop  or buying me a cup of coffee!

  A short summary of If We Were Villians: Elite thespians act out the tragedy of murder. My favorite quote from the book: "Secrets carry weight, like lead." Questions to ponder while reading: Does life imitate art or vice versa? Can you get too involved in your work? My review: A surreal type of murder mystery. Intriguing plot line. I wonder if total immersion programs are healthy. **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, writer, and photographer currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my sponsors and  webshop  or buying me a cup of coffee!

A short summary of The Community: Growing up under the spell of York. My favorite quote from the book: "Old habits are said to die hard, and the same is apparently true for traumas." Questions to ponder while reading: What would you allow for your beliefs? What is religion supposed to be? My review: A heartbreaking tale of growing up in a cult. It's very sad, but the story needs to be told.  *Abuse Triggers* proceed with care. **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, writer, and photographer currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my sponsors and  webshop  or buying me a cup of coffee!